Sexual Harassment
Turbonegro · 2012
10 tracks · hard rock
Frenetic guitar riffs and high-energy punk rhythms collide with tongue-in-cheek lyrics, embodying a wild celebration of chaos.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Got a Knife Start here — The opening track sets the tone with aggressive guitar lines and confrontational lyrics that resonate with themes of rebellion and defiance.
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Shake Your Shit Machine — This track exemplifies the band's blend of humor and critique, using catchy hooks to satirize consumer culture while maintaining an infectious energy.
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TNA (The Nihilistic Army) — A standout for its anthemic chorus and darker lyrical content, it encapsulates the band's ability to provoke thought while delivering high-octane punk rock.
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Tight Jeans, Loose Leash — This song combines playful lyricism with a driving beat, making it a quintessential example of Turbonegro's unique approach to glam punk.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic punk rhythms and tongue-in-cheek lyrics, balancing chaos with humor.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a frenetic guitar riff that sets a high-energy pace, which is maintained through the first five tracks.
- Tracks feature abrupt tempo shifts, particularly in 'Dude Without a Face', where the rhythm slows down dramatically before picking up again.
- The lyrics often employ humor and irony, as seen in 'TNA (The Nihilistic Army)', which contrasts serious themes with playful wordplay.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- fragmented bursts of energy
- audacious and irreverent attitude
- party-ready anthems for chaos
- unpredictable twists and turns
Maybe skip if you
- prefer smooth, cohesive flows
- seek mellow, laid-back vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a strong return after hiatus, showcasing continued vitality and evolution.
- Themes
- consumer culture satire· chaotic nightlife· punk rebellion· provocative humor
- Career context
- Released in 2012, Sexual Harassment marked Turbonegro's return after a seven-year hiatus following their album Retox. This period saw the band redefining their sound while maintaining their signature glam punk aesthetic, showcasing both musical evolution and a commitment to provocative themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Hellacopters· The Darkness· New York Dolls
Tracklist
- 1 I Got a Knife Start here
- 2 Hello Darkness
- 3 Shake Your Shit Machine
- 4 TNA (The Nihilistic Army)
- 5 Mister Sister
- 6 Dude Without a Face
- 7 Buried Alive
- 8 Tight Jeans, Loose Leash
- 9 Rise Below
- 10 You Give Me Worms
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Permission to Land
The Darkness
Shares the same frenetic energy and tongue-in-cheek glam aesthetic, with chaotic rock riffs.
You're a Woman, I'm a Machine
Death from Above 1979
Combines punk rhythms and humor with a raw, chaotic sound that resonates with nightlife themes.
I Get Wet
Andrew W.K.
Embodies wild celebration and chaos, blending hard rock with a sense of unapologetic exuberance.
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